Print

Best Smothered Pork Chops with Rich Onion Gravy Recipe

smothered pork chops - featured image
Print Recipe

Tender, juicy pork chops smothered in a rich, silky onion gravy made from caramelized onions and savory pan drippings. This comforting weeknight dinner comes together in about 45 minutes with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, for searing
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, for thickening the gravy
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Let them sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. Place 1/2 cup flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each pork chop in the flour, shaking off excess.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add sliced onions. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden. Add a splash of chicken broth if sticking.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons flour over onions and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking constantly until smooth. Add heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Nestle seared pork chops back into the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Spoon gravy over chops. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
  8. Remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Let rest in gravy for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For best results, use bone-in pork chops at least 1-inch thick. Don’t rush the onion caramelization—give them the full 8-10 minutes. The fond (browned bits) in the pan is key for flavor. If gravy is too thick, add a splash of broth; if too thin, simmer uncovered. Leftovers taste even better the next day.

Nutrition

Keywords: smothered pork chops, onion gravy, pork chop recipe, comfort food, weeknight dinner, Southern style

Find it online: https://spoonluma.com/best-smothered-pork-chops-with-rich-onion-gravy-recipe/